Ratings

GreatSchools Rating

The GreatSchools rating is a simple tool for parents to compare schools based on test scores. It compares schools across the state, where the highest rated schools in the state are designated as “Above Average” and the lowest “Below Average.” It is designed to be a starting point to help parents make baseline comparisons. We always advise parents to visit the school and consider other information on school performance and programs, as well as consider their child's and family's needs as part of the school selection process.

Methodology

Dig deeper

They're never the whole story, but test scores do offer important information about a school. If you know how to dig deeper.

Test scores

The bar charts below tell what percentage of students are performing at or above grade-level.

Georgia Criterion-Referenced Competency Tests

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English Language Arts

Math

Reading

Science

Social Studies

English Language Arts

Math

Reading

Science

Social Studies

English Language Arts

Math

Reading

Science

Social Studies

About the test

In 2013-2014 Georgia administered the Criterion-Referenced Competency Tests (CRCT) in reading, social studies, science, English language arts and math in grades 3 through 8. The CRCT is a standards-based assessment, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Georgia. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

Source: Georgia Department of Education

Georgia Middle Grades Writing Assessment

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Writing

About the test

Until 2011-2012 Georgia administered the Middle Grades Writing Assessment (MGWA) to students in grades 5 and 8. The MGWA is a standards-based assessment, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined by the state of Georgia. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.